The CIA has been involved in many covert operations, some of which have led to major conspiracy theories. Here are the top 10 most infamous CIA conspiracies:


1. MKUltra (Mind Control Experiments)
Theory: The CIA conducted illegal human experiments involving drugs (like LSD), hypnosis, and psychological torture to develop mind control techniques.
Proven: True—Declassified documents in 1975 confirmed the experiments.


2. Operation Northwoods (False Flag Attacks on the U.S.)
Theory: The CIA and military planned fake terrorist attacks on U.S. soil (like shooting down an airliner) to justify invading Cuba.
Proven: True—Declassified documents show the plan was proposed but rejected by President Kennedy.


3. The CIA’s Role in JFK’s Assassination
Theory: The CIA was involved in the assassination of President John F. Kennedy because he threatened to dismantle the agency.
Evidence Cited: CIA documents reveal connections to Lee Harvey Oswald and possible cover-ups.


4. Operation Mockingbird (Media Manipulation)
Theory: The CIA secretly funded and influenced journalists, newspapers, and TV networks to spread pro-government propaganda.
Proven: Partially True—The CIA admitted to having media contacts but downplayed their influence.


5. The Iran-Contra Affair
Theory: The CIA secretly sold weapons to Iran and used the money to fund right-wing rebels (Contras) in Nicaragua.
Proven: True—Exposed in the 1980s, leading to a major political scandal.


6. The CIA’s Involvement in Drug Trafficking
Theory: The CIA helped smuggle drugs (like cocaine) into the U.S. to fund covert operations, particularly in Latin America.
Evidence Cited: Investigative journalist Gary Webb’s reports suggested CIA-backed drug networks fueled the crack cocaine epidemic.


7. The Coup in Chile (1973)
Theory: The CIA orchestrated the coup that overthrew Chile’s elected leader Salvador Allende and installed dictator Augusto Pinochet.
Proven: True—Declassified documents confirm U.S. involvement.


8. The Secret War in Laos & Cambodia
Theory: The CIA conducted illegal bombings and secret wars in Laos and Cambodia during the Vietnam War, violating international law.
Proven: True—Declassified reports show extensive covert military operations.


9. Project Stargate (Psychic Spies & Remote Viewing)
Theory: The CIA experimented with psychic abilities, like remote viewing, to spy on enemies.
Proven: True—Declassified records reveal decades of research into ESP and paranormal abilities.


10. The CIA’s Role in Overthrowing Foreign Leaders
Theory: The CIA was responsible for overthrowing multiple governments worldwide to install pro-U.S. leaders.
Proven: True—Confirmed involvement in Iran (1953), Guatemala (1954), Congo (1960), and others.


The CIA’s secretive nature fuels many conspiracy theories—some have turned out to be true, while others remain speculation. Which one do you find the most shocking?